Gokō-in Temple
五劫院
Gokō-in Temple, a branch of Tōdai-ji, houses a rare Kamakura-period Buddha statue.
What it is
- A Kegon sect temple.
- A branch temple of Tōdai-ji.
- Founded by Chōgen.
- Its mountain name is Shibui-zan.
What to see
- A Goko Shiyui Amida Buddha statue.
- The principal image is a wooden seated Goko Shiyui Amida Nyorai statue.
- The statue dates from the Kamakura period.
- The statue is an Important Cultural Property.
When to go
- The statue is unveiled annually in early August.
- Viewing requires a reservation.
Getting there
- 3-minute walk from Imazaike bus stop.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
奈良県奈良市北御門町24 Open in Google Maps
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